Dubai to celebrate Shah Rukh Khan’s birthday with grand film festival across UAE cinemas

Khan's most iconic blockbusters—from Dil Se and Devdas to Main Hoon Na, will be screened

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Manjusha Radhakrishnan, Entertainment, Lifestyle and Sport Editor
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Kajol and Shah Rukh Khan in 'Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge'.
Kajol and Shah Rukh Khan in 'Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge'.
Yash Raj Films

Dubai: Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan isn’t just a movie star—he is a global emotion.

This November, fans in the UAE will have the exclusive opportunity to celebrate the King of Bollywood’s birthday in the most spectacular fashion, as a special Shah Rukh Khan Film Festival lights up cinema screens across the country.

Organised in collaboration with Yash Raj Films International, the festival is a tribute to SRK’s unparalleled legacy and his profound cultural impact on millions around the world.

Timed to coincide with his birthday week, the festival will screen some of his most iconic blockbusters—from Dil Se and Devdas to Main Hoon Na, Om Shanti Om, Chennai Express, and his recent global smash hit Jawan. Each film represents a defining moment in his journey from Delhi theatre actor to the world’s most beloved superstar, whose influence transcends borders, languages, and generations.
“Cinema has always been my home, and seeing these films find their way back to the big screen feels like a beautiful reunion. These movies are not just my stories, they belong to the audience that have lovingly embraced them over the last 33 years. I hope everyone who comes to watch relives the joy, the music, the emotions, and the magic of cinema that we’ve shared together," said Khan in a press release.

Nelson D’Souza, Vice President of International Distribution at YRF, added:
“Shah Rukh Khan is a global icon and an enduring emotion—one who unites audiences across age groups, cultures, and nations. YRF International is proud to present this festival showcasing his unmatched versatility and the timeless joy he brings to audiences around the globe.”

For UAE fans, this is more than a film series—it is a once-in-a-lifetime celebration of the man who transformed Bollywood into a global heartbeat. As the world gathers to celebrate Shah Rukh Khan’s birthday, the UAE takes centre stage in honouring the King of Cinema with the tribute he truly deserves.

Manjusha Radhakrishnan
Manjusha RadhakrishnanEntertainment, Lifestyle and Sport Editor
Manjusha Radhakrishnan has been slaying entertainment news and celebrity interviews in Dubai for 18 years—and she’s just getting started. As Entertainment Editor, she covers Bollywood movie reviews, Hollywood scoops, Pakistani dramas, and world cinema. Red carpets? She’s walked them all—Europe, North America, Macau—covering IIFA (Bollywood Oscars) and Zee Cine Awards like a pro. She’s been on CNN with Becky Anderson dropping Bollywood truth bombs like Salman Khan Black Buck hunting conviction and hosted panels with directors like Bollywood’s Kabir Khan and Indian cricketer Harbhajan Singh. She has also covered film festivals around the globe. Oh, and did we mention she landed the cover of Xpedition Magazine as one of the UAE’s 50 most influential icons? She was also the resident Bollywood guru on Dubai TV’s Insider Arabia and Saudi TV, where she dishes out the latest scoop and celebrity news. Her interview roster reads like a dream guest list—Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Shah Rukh Khan, Robbie Williams, Sean Penn, Deepika Padukone, Alia Bhatt, Joaquin Phoenix, and Morgan Freeman. From breaking celeb news to making stars spill secrets, Manjusha doesn’t just cover entertainment—she owns it while looking like a star herself.
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